The list, published on Tuesday, celebrates the world’s most influential rising stars across music, film, sports, politics, science, and philanthropy.
Rema is the only Nigerian artiste featured this year. His profile was written by Grammy-winning icon, Angélique Kidjo.
“With the recent global explosion of African music, I needed to include some contemporary sounds. I fell in love with Rema’s ‘Calm Down.’ It has a unique flow and feel, not mimicking Western pop; it is rooted in Africa but also catchy and virtuosic. I love to sing it.
“The young Nigerian superstar has accomplished so much: “Calm Down” has joined the billion-streams club twice over. Rema has performed in stadiums. His latest album earned a Grammy nomination.
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